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Bill Summary · HB 7283

Summary — HB 7283

Title: AN ACT CONVEYING A PARCEL OF STATE LAND TO THE CAPITAL REGION DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Status: Signed by Governor (Special Act 25-27)

Purpose

The bill authorizes the transfer (conveyance) of a parcel of state-owned land to the Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA). The measure is intended to enable CRDA to use the property for redevelopment efforts in Hartford, including housing and neighborhood economic development consistent with CRDA’s statutory mission.

Key provisions

  • Authorizes the conveyance of a specified parcel of state land to the Capital Region Development Authority.
  • Transfers ownership and the attendant rights and responsibilities for that parcel from the State to CRDA.
  • The act is classified as a Special Act (25-27) and is part of state efforts to facilitate local redevelopment and housing initiatives in Hartford.

Note: The available document summary does not include parcel identification (acreage or street location), purchase price or consideration, or any deed restrictions or conditions that may accompany the transfer. For those specifics, consult the enrolled bill text, the Special Act (25-27), or the legislative bill file (LCO) referenced in the legislative history.

Who is affected

  • Capital Region Development Authority: becomes the new owner and will have discretion to plan and carry out redevelopment on the parcel within applicable laws and regulations.
  • State of Connecticut: transfers ownership of the parcel and any future obligations or revenues tied to it will move from the State to CRDA.
  • Residents and stakeholders in Hartford and nearby neighborhoods: may experience changes from redevelopment activities such as new housing, economic development, construction impacts, and potential long‑term neighborhood change.
  • Local government and permitting authorities: will remain involved to the extent local approvals, zoning, and permitting are required for future projects.

Procedural / timeline highlights

  • Introduced: April 30, 2025 (Referred to Joint Committee on Government Oversight)
  • Public hearing: May 5, 2025
  • Joint favorable report and LCO filed: May 15–27, 2025
  • House passed: May 31, 2025
  • Senate passed (in concurrence): June 4, 2025
  • Special Act enacted by legislature: June 16, 2025 (Special Act 25-27)
  • Transmitted to Governor / Secretary of the State: June 25, 2025
  • Signed by Governor: July 1, 2025

Practical considerations

This act is procedural and site‑specific: its practical impact depends on the parcel’s characteristics and CRDA’s subsequent development plans. To assess fiscal effects, environmental impacts, or community consequences, review the enrolled bill text, associated fiscal analyses, and CRDA planning documents.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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